What is the cheapest way to get from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale?

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale?

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Thornton-le-Dale?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling station to Thornton-le-Dale. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Thornton Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale?

The distance between Stirling and Thornton-le-Dale is 274 miles. The road distance is 218 miles.

How do I travel from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale without a car?

The best way to get from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale without a car is to train and bus via Edinburgh which takes 5h 56m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale bus from?

Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale bus arrive?

Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale.

Where can I stay near Thornton-le-Dale?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Thornton-le-Dale.

Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Thornton Crossbus 840
5h 56m
£76–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Thornton Crossbus 840
10h 23m
£32–53
Drive 216.7 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Thornton-le-Dalecar 216.7 mi
4h 23m
£55–79
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Yorktrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Thornton Crossbus 840
8h 12m
£124–191

Stirling to Thornton-le-Dale by train and bus

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5h 56mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Stirling, Scotland and Thornton-le-Dale, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Thornton Cross via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 10h 23m.

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